Community protests in North West disrupt schools on first day of new academic year

“Disruption gained momentum on Wednesday with learners being forced out of class at the various schools,” he said.

Education MEC Viola Motsumi condemned the disruptions.

“I condemn the disruption of learning and teaching in the area of Welbedacht in its strongest terms. I cannot understand how adults can go to school and prevent learners from receiving education.”

She said those behind the protests were violating the rights of children and urged law enforcement agencies to act against the perpetrators.

She appealed to Ngaka Modiri Molema district mayor Khumalo Molefe to attend to the issue of water in the area.